I believe the number for the Hurst shifter that would fit your '97 is 391-5025. Have you checked out the
www.mrgasket.com site for information? They have an "ask the tech" section where you can submit a question and it's usually answered in about a day.
I don't actually have a definitive answer to your question. I seem to remember hearing that there was an issue with the body to frame height on the 4X4. I have the 5025 on my '98 4X2 and I really like it. It's definitley better than the stock set up.
Good luck, and welcome!