new guy needs help

[rookie]

Glad I found this site.
I just purchased a 67 F100 w/ a 352 V8.
I wanted a project for me & my boys to help us understand mechanics better.
First off I have no mechanical experience at all, but I am pulling the engine (not sure if Im brave or stupid).
I am down to the last few bell housing bolts & the item I am stuck on is: 1. there are 2 lines going into the bottom of the block, not sure what they are but I cant get them loose. These are metal lines & appear they may be flared (?). Can anyone help me w/ this?
2. The engine runs but its very rough, loud ticking & it blows more smoke than Cheech.......suggestions if it is better/cheaper to rebuild or install a crate?.....again, remember I am a rookie.

By the way, I was reading posts before I became a member & many topics helped me get to where I am w/ my restoration.

Thank you all!

 

[SuperCab]

First, Welcome to FTF. We're glad to have you.

Second, I can't think of any such lines off the top of my head... Can you describe what side of the engine they're on? Pix are always good too. Hopefully someone smarter than me will come along and be able to tell you.

Third, Join the North Carolina Chapter! I used to live in NC myself...

 

[slmann]

Welcome to the site.

 

[Mil1ion]

I think you are looking at Transmission fluid lines

for surfing the net
The site www.howstuffworks.com is a great site to understand the basics of autos

The other one iswww.autozone.com repair section
You have to register and add your truck, then you can read about all the parts and systems

for firsthand experience the 5th generation truck forum is full of info.