One problem related to clutch has been reported for the 1997 Chevrolet C/k 3500. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Steering problems. Since my truck was new I have had problems with the power steering. I have intermittent loss of power steering, particularly when going at low speed. Sometimes there is also unintended power assist that pulls the car in the opposite direction. I have complained about it a dealer and been told there is nothing wrong. I have had it checked by a gm dealer and been told there is nothing wrong. But the problem persists. Sometimes, when I pull into my driveway, which is usually a left hand turn, I totally lose the power steering. I have also had repeated failure of the clutch system and slave cylinder. I have complained over and over again to gm with no results. I have had to replace the clutch three times. At one point, it shot me forward out of my driveway into the traffic unexpectedly when I pushed in the clutch. I believe it is a danger. It has been giving me trouble since the truck had 30,000 miles on it. I have been told by two mechanics that it is defective. Gm will do nothing and has done nothing since the first complaint at 30,000 miles.