Abstract: Olefin polymers are described having methylol phenolic groups grafted thereto which modified polymers are useful for preparing improved polymer blends.

Abstract: Thermoplastic elastomeric compositions, comprising blends of high unsaturation diene rubber and polypropylene in which the rubber is cured with certain curatives, exhibit superior properties.

Abstract: Thermoplastic compositions are described comprising blends of chlorinated polyethylene rubber and nylon. Cured compositions in which the rubber is cross-linked are also described. The cured compositions are either thermoplastic or thermosets depending upon the curing process used in their preparation.

Abstract: Thermoplastic compositions are described comprising blends of polynorbornene, plasticizer and crystalline thermoplastic polyolefin resin. Compositions in which the rubber is cross-linked are also described.

Abstract: Thermoplastic compositions are described comprising blends of cross-linked polyalkenamer rubber and crystalline thermoplastic polyolefin resin.

Abstract: Thermoplastic compositions are described comprising blends of cross-linked rubber and thermoplastic linear crystalline polyester. Any thermoplastic polyesters having a softening point above 50.degree. C. are suitable. Satisfactory rubbers include natural or synthetic diene rubber, polyurethane rubber and nitrile rubber. The blends may also contain plasticizers.

Abstract: Thermoplastic compositions are described comprising blends of cross-linked CSM (chlorosulfonated polyethylene) rubber and thermoplastic crystalline polyolefin resin.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a flushing device for supplying fluid to a water intake port on a lower unit of an outboard motor. The device comprises a flexible strap having a first end and a second end, along with a buckle connected to the first end. The buckle includes a kinked portion which has a cross member and which is adapted for engagement with the lower unit, which buckle also includes an over-the-center latch pivotally connected to the kinked portion. The buckle also includes a strap link connected to the first end of the strap and connected to the latch at a point radially outwardly spaced from the kinked portion pivotal connection with the latch. A cup-shaped member is connected to the strap and spaced from the buckle, which member is adapted for sealing engagement with the lower unit and for covering the water intake port. The cup-shaped member includes a conduit adapted for communication with the water intake port and with a source of fluid.