ONE: don't go against the aircraft manufactuer's reccomendations.
two...having flown the gammut of cherokee types I remind you that the last inch of yoke travel (nose up) requires a slight upward as well as rearward force. Also it has been noted many times that proper lubrication of the yoke mechanism should be accomplished.
three...stabilator stall also happens in the Cessna 177...they even have a slot to reduce this.
FOUR>..two ways to handle this situation in forward C/G (but within limits)...
try landing with one notch LESS flap if runway length is not a problem.
Move the CG aft slightly by putting something in the luggage area and properly securing it...something you might find useful like survival supplies.