Modding a PS2 in 2016

Hey all,

So I picked up an original model PS2 at Value Village today, and I looked into modding the thing so I can reap the benefits of that. Upon checking out this forum, the guide for it appears to be pretty outdated, having been last updated in 2008. So my question to you guys before I track down the components necessary to perform that mod is as follows; Are there any more updated ways to hack my PS2?

Thanks everybody,
-link491