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If they were 17's and they were rubbing on the caliper, I believe the person you bought it from may have been mistaken... If they were from a Dodge Journey, there would be no rubbing. Even with 16" Rims there isn't any rubbing with OEM Dodge Journey Rims.
Glad to hear you got it resolved.

I could be wrong here, but I would think that the hole would be there in the frame for the handle already. I didn't realize that not all Journey's came with the holy shit handles. You may even be able to order the handle from the dealer (if you can't find the part, in the Interior section, there is a thread to all Journey part numbers). You may be able to install it yourself.

So while I was browsing around, I found some links! These are the PDFs that include all part numbers and breakouts for every part of the Journey! Enjoy!
brwengel was able to find the 09 version, and I have the 2010, and 2011 versions:
2009 - http://www.gmb.be/CJD_parts/CD5/Catalogs/06-09/09jc.PDF
2010 - http://www.gmb.be/CJD_parts/CD5/Catalogs/06-09/10jc.PDF
2011 - http://www.gmb.be/CJD_parts/CD5/Catalogs/06-09/11jc.PDF

Hey there,
Here's what I found in the owners manual for the 2009 Journey:
Automatic Unlock Doors on Exit Programming
The Automatic Unlock Doors On Exit feature can be
enabled or disabled as follows:
For vehicles not equipped with the EVIC, perform the
following steps:
1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors.
2. Place the key in the ignition switch.
3. Within 15 seconds, cycle the ignition switch between
LOCK and ON and then back to LOCK four times ending
up in the LOCK position. However, do not start the
engine.
4. Within 30 seconds, depress the power door unlock
switch to unlock the doors.
5. A single chime will indicate the completion of the
programming.
NOTE: If you do not hear the chime, it means that the
system did not enter the programming mode and you
will need to repeat the procedure.
6. Repeat these steps if you want to return this feature to
its previous setting

Caravan rims will fit the Journey. 17's will fit very comfortably.

So while I was browsing around, I found some links! These are the PDFs that include all part numbers and breakouts for every part of the Journey! Enjoy!
brwengel was able to find the 09 version, and I have the 2010, and 2011 versions:
2009 - http://www.gmb.be/CJD_parts/CD5/Catalogs/06-09/09jc.PDF
2010 - http://www.gmb.be/CJD_parts/CD5/Catalogs/06-09/10jc.PDF
2011 - http://www.gmb.be/CJD_parts/CD5/Catalogs/06-09/11jc.PDF

I received the following email from my dealer today... NOt sure exactly what this means yet, but will post once I hear back...

This car has been a nightmare since I bought it for my wife. first time I bought a dodge and will be the last. I will go back to Toyota.....or Honda...

Here's another Canadian site if any of you have a Princess Auto in your town:
http://www.princessauto.com/workshop/hand-tools/automotive-tools/auto-repair/2990062-disc-brake-piston-tool
$7.99 and has 5 different configurations

One thing that I really like is when you shift from D into manual (and vise-versa), cruise stays engaged. Useful for hills.