: I am making my ergometer and don't know how to find a part. You can see the
: part on page 2 here/below: http://www.dansprint.com/data/files/Assembly
: %20instruction.pdf

: It is the 'twist-joint' that I am looking for.. what is the name for this
: thing? I've been searching everywhere and can't find such a thing on any
: websites. It would be for 1/4" rope and bungee.

: thanks

Hi Eric,
After looking at the pdf for a while, it finally dawned on me. That's a Sta-Lok type swage fitting or stay connector, as used for wire rigging on sailboats.
http://www.riggingonly.com/stalok.htm
http://www.riggingonly.com/himod.htm
Not cheap though.

I'm not sure if it would be suitable for rope or bungee.

Hope this helps,
Mike Savage
South West Cork