Mplafleur,

Possibly not to code but probably that only applies to a commercial garage. Any way, around here, I go by my own codes.

Actually , I think a grease pit is better than a lift because one person can be working on top while another is working underneath. This is especially true when R&R an engine.

You don't need a high ceiling with a pit either, although my garage ceiling is 10 feet high. Grease pit also costs a lot less too, I put in in myself except for the ready mix cement.

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