Don't worry. After going to the first Fudds meeting in Bridgewater, I was humbled by just how much I -don't- know about engines. Listen to the gear heads spout off at meets and other parts of the forum, and you'll pick stuff up fast. Helps to actually have the car so you can jump onto the engine block and pound away with your newfound skills.
I'm the pathetic one trying to learn -without- having the F-body to work on. So many GTA's for sale, so little money....
- Dave