I appreciate all the feedback. Just to give a little background. Growing up in the Metro Detroit area ,cars have always been in my blood. By the time my I wanted to learn how to wrench, my Dad had stopped because of working too much and health problems (open heart surgery at 40). He was from the carburetor era so FI and computer controls weren't his strong suit. I picked up a few things from him and from friends in college but not a lot. Now, I am in my early 40's have a great career in an office environment (business tech) and the bug has hit me again.
Now that I have a space, why not learn now? If I start now, I can keep an eye out for a project car. I realize I have to crawl before I run but if something gets out of control, I can always take it to a pro.
Next step, start looking at what i can find at Harbour Freight and start looking at estate sales.