Freelander 1 Front wheel driveshaft cv joint pulling out

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mdv

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I am hoping someone here can help me diagnose the underlying issue that causes the inner CV joint of the left front driveshaft to pull apart when that wheel goes down. Normally, shock absorbers and suspension should stop the wheel from dropping too low so that the extension of the driveshaft stays within limits.
In my freelander the CV joint pulls out too far when I drive slowly over decesses in the road. When the wheel comes back up there is a loud clunk when the bearings go into the cup again.
The shock absorber and coil splings and mounts have been replaced, as well as the lower wishbone. This did not resolve the issue. Then I replaced the driveshaft itself with a new one, and that's when I noticed what was happening. The new driveshaft joint had less tolerance, so when it popped out going over a recess in the road, it didn't go back in right, causing the wheel to grind to a halt.
Now it's at the garage with that driveshaft removed. The mechanics at the garage are not sure where to start.
 
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