The iron method will work better if you cover the cloth in aluminium foil, and it might be an idea to make a sort of aluminium packet with a small hole to match the dent. That way you will get more steam where you want it, and there will be less roughening of the good areas of the stock.
It is a good idea to clean off as much dirt and grease as you can, first, as it keeps out the steam. Watch you don't send jets of steam anywhere you don't want it, as it can burn.
It is a good idea to clean off as much dirt and grease as you can, first, as it keeps out the steam. Watch you don't send jets of steam anywhere you don't want it, as it can burn.