Posted some time ago in this thread with the slip-stick noise. Called up GC, and they recommended I pull the steering bearing out and apply some marine grease, typically used for boat trailer wheel bearings (lol). In any case, I was able to DIY this back in July. It doesn't require you to mess with anything that would impact alignment, just pull the perch and bearing.
I cleaned up the grime and debris, applied the marine grease, and reassembled. Seems that it did the trick for a while but during a recent drive on a warmer day I heard the same noise.
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