Doesn't really matter. Because even if you disable TC, you don't disable all TM associated with TC. Run one of the wires to the hub through a relay and give yourself a push button switch in the cabin that resets with ignition off. Simple, quick and then you have absolutely no TC/TM with a button push.
Nothing wrong with a 97 at all. The talk about 97's being a problem is just the 98+ guys trying to feel superior. Sure there's upgrades etc..but nothing that will hold you back when you start modding.
I'd love to have more details on this bill
97 gtp, cone filter mod, downpipe and glasspack to stock muffler mod, 180* t-stat mod, bad driver mod