Epoxy primer is what I was told and used on all bare metal. But I see etching or epoxy is recommended depending who you talk to. I don't think there is a clear better choice...
There are epoxy self etching primers such as PPG DP-90. That may be what was used. I would ask someone who works where you purchased the primers or will purchase. It's usually best to use products from the same line that are engineered to work together.
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