TID Tug – rubbing rails best wood for bending

[MalcolmParticipant @malcolm]

I have almost completed the timber hull for my TID tug.
I have completed the ply skin but now have the rubbing rails to add, they are 6mm square. Given the tight curves approaching the bow, what would be the best wood for bending with steam to match the shape?

Thanks.

[MalcolmParticipant @malcolm]

1:24 Scale from marine model plan and laser cut keel and formers

[Ray Wood 3Participant @raywood3]

Hi Malcolm,

I would use 2 lamination of 3mm x 6mm obechi strip, you only need to dampen it usually, let it dry to the curve then glue it on in 2 stages 😎

Regards Ray

[MalcolmParticipant @malcolm]

Thanks I will order some obechi strip and try out your suggestion of the lamination

Malcolm

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