Not much I can add to the previous advice except to say forget the
steaming.
It’s not worth the hassle of setting up a steam box for a small one
off job, especially when it’s easier to laminate.
You can stress bend ½ inch around the gentle curves and laminate ¼
inch on the tighter bends.
It’s always worth trying to source the lumber as close to home as
possible, just in case you need to go back for more....

Mike

http://www.diy-wood-boat.com

On Jul 10, 12:46*am, "
wrote:
I am repairing a fiberglass dinghy which has wooden gunwales. *The
gunwale wood is rotten and cracked. *The inwale and outwale are about
1/2" by 1 1/4" in section, about 11 - 12 feet in length. *Where do I
get a replacement hardwood in this size and do I need to steam bend,
or can I just stress bend it using existing bolt holes? *What material
is the best for the least?