Axle fell out of CV joint when changing LCA

[smashclash]

2014 XLT.

Working on changing my front Lower control arms. First one was passenger side. I removed the nut on the ball joint. I had to put a prybar in the LCA to get it out of the knuckle. I was able to do that and then I noticed what looked like oil on the ground. I then took a closer look and it seems the strut must have pushed the axle out of what I assume is the CV joint. The rubber boot looks fine from what I can tell so far. It's just the 4 wheels that go into the housing came out. I can't muscle it back in because it seems I'm fighting the spring and strut. Do I need to dissemble the strut and push it back in? Even if I get it in how do I replace the fluid that was in there? Or is this thing toast? Not sure what to do next. I want to throw up.

 

[smashclash]

I cleaned out the inside where the tripod wheels go in. I am able to muscle back in the cradle. But before I do what kind of grease should I apply? When it fell out it was pretty liquid. I assume the grease when it's first born is more yogurt like than liquid. And how much should I put in? Do I just give a decent coat on the tripod wheels? Anyone know?

 

[javaleo]

I would replace the CV Axle. it is not suppose to come apart like that.
Just my thoughts.