The greatest PS2 mod ever

Mastif · Sep 25, 2004, 07:30 PM

It's pretty obvious that I'm a perfectionist, for example, take picture number one; the duct-taping is impecable. Also the tape on the disc-drive had to be placed at exactly 84° for that authentic look.

http://www.81x.com/Authors/allyour/stuff/DSCF0070.JPG

Then we have image number two. In order to mantain an optimum core temperature of 63°C I have cut carefully measured airholes with a soldering iron which, luckily, had exactly the right diameter for the holes. One key point with any device like this is safety. In order to pass rigerous safety tests more duct-tape had to be applied to the edges of the disc slot.

http://www.81x.com/Authors/allyour/stuff/DSCF0073.JPG

As above the temperature of this system was important. Therefore I did away with the old circular fan hole and replaced with this, soldering iron cut, abstract ventillation shaft. In order to maximize user-friendliness the buttons now have a malleable mount to allow the user to adjust the button's angles for his pressing pleasure.

http://www.81x.com/Authors/allyour/stuff/DSCF0077.JPG

Being such a highly skilled graphic designer i took it upon me to redesign the, frankly embarissing,playstation 2 logo. My version appeals more to the younger audience due to the use of soft edges. Also the paint colour used for the main body is 'Games Workshop; Bood Angels Red'. This was chosen for it's 'go faster' qualities which actually make the 'emotion engine' within the PS2 run at speeds excessing 3.4ghz.

http://www.81x.com/Authors/allyour/stuff/DSCF0078.JPG

Here the paint has been aplied evenly to both internal and external components. This was to add consistency. One area wher the paint has not been applied is on some parts of the fan blades. Now, at first, one might think this is because of things getting in the way of the spray paint, but this is not true. The reason for this slight absence of paint is to create an optical illusion when the fan is in motion. This adds a touch of class to an already classy product.

http://www.81x.com/Authors/allyour/stuff/DSCF0079.JPG

Notice how the power and reset buttons have been left as the generic PS2 charcoal, this takes advantage of the human eyes natural ability to detect contrasting colours.

http://www.81x.com/Authors/allyour/stuff/DSCF0080.JPG

This is a limited designer edition with only one ever produced in the world. Unfortunately Sony Puritans broke into my secret underground laborartory, sabotaging the project and all original sketches .

brap · Sep 25, 2004, 07:36 PM

Genius.

edesignuk · Sep 25, 2004, 07:40 PM

http://upload.yo-momma.net/uploads/macros/blownaway.jpg

Now, why did you do this exactly?

MoparShaha · Sep 25, 2004, 07:41 PM

Genius!

One question though: does it still work?

Mastif · Sep 26, 2004, 06:14 AM

Well, unfortunately, as I said, the PS2 is no more. It was destroyed by evil men but to answer your questions yes it did work. One of the reasons it was destroyed was it's overheating issues. These seem to have been caused by a slight technical error in the positioning of the fan.

Mark James · Sep 26, 2004, 06:22 AM

That's Tupperwaretastic.

Jonathan Ives must be bricking it.

superkatalog · Sep 26, 2004, 11:50 AM

i think it's great. i love the color.!

TheIguana · Sep 26, 2004, 04:36 PM

Awwww! The power of duct tape and tupperware!

Iggy

keysersoze · Sep 26, 2004, 06:31 PM

OMG that's great/ Way too funny! you rock.

Jalexster · Sep 26, 2004, 08:17 PM

Brilliant.

yellow · Sep 26, 2004, 08:22 PM

I suddenly feel the need to go and hug my PS2 and sing gently to it..

jared_kipe · Sep 26, 2004, 08:53 PM

Next, make the xbox small.

cb911 · Sep 27, 2004, 12:39 AM

ha ha. nice one.

i agree, next you need to go after the XBox.

Sep 25, 2004, 07:30 PM	#1
Mastif Banned Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: UK	The greatest PS2 mod ever It's pretty obvious that I'm a perfectionist, for example, take picture number one; the duct-taping is impecable. Also the tape on the disc-drive had to be placed at exactly 84° for that authentic look. http://www.81x.com/Authors/allyour/stuff/DSCF0070.JPG Then we have image number two. In order to mantain an optimum core temperature of 63°C I have cut carefully measured airholes with a soldering iron which, luckily, had exactly the right diameter for the holes. One key point with any device like this is safety. In order to pass rigerous safety tests more duct-tape had to be applied to the edges of the disc slot. http://www.81x.com/Authors/allyour/stuff/DSCF0073.JPG As above the temperature of this system was important. Therefore I did away with the old circular fan hole and replaced with this, soldering iron cut, abstract ventillation shaft. In order to maximize user-friendliness the buttons now have a malleable mount to allow the user to adjust the button's angles for his pressing pleasure. http://www.81x.com/Authors/allyour/stuff/DSCF0077.JPG Being such a highly skilled graphic designer i took it upon me to redesign the, frankly embarissing,playstation 2 logo. My version appeals more to the younger audience due to the use of soft edges. Also the paint colour used for the main body is 'Games Workshop; Bood Angels Red'. This was chosen for it's 'go faster' qualities which actually make the 'emotion engine' within the PS2 run at speeds excessing 3.4ghz. http://www.81x.com/Authors/allyour/stuff/DSCF0078.JPG Here the paint has been aplied evenly to both internal and external components. This was to add consistency. One area wher the paint has not been applied is on some parts of the fan blades. Now, at first, one might think this is because of things getting in the way of the spray paint, but this is not true. The reason for this slight absence of paint is to create an optical illusion when the fan is in motion. This adds a touch of class to an already classy product. http://www.81x.com/Authors/allyour/stuff/DSCF0079.JPG Notice how the power and reset buttons have been left as the generic PS2 charcoal, this takes advantage of the human eyes natural ability to detect contrasting colours. http://www.81x.com/Authors/allyour/stuff/DSCF0080.JPG This is a limited designer edition with only one ever produced in the world. Unfortunately Sony Puritans broke into my secret underground laborartory, sabotaging the project and all original sketches .

Sep 25, 2004, 07:36 PM	#2
brap macrumors 68000 Join Date: May 2004 Location: Kent	Genius. __________________ ( just visiting )

Sep 25, 2004, 07:40 PM	#3
edesignuk Demi-God (Moderator emeritus) Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Great(?) Britain	http://upload.yo-momma.net/uploads/macros/blownaway.jpg Now, why did you do this exactly? __________________ Search before you post: MRoogle **Better BBC Search**

Sep 25, 2004, 07:41 PM	#4
MoparShaha macrumors 68000 Join Date: May 2003 Location: San Francisco	Genius! One question though: does it still work? __________________ MacBook Pro C2D 2.16 GHz, 2 GB RAM, 200 GB HD 5G iPod 30GB White BenQ 24" LCD

Sep 26, 2004, 11:50 AM	#7
superkatalog macrumors regular Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: switzerland	i think it's great. i love the color.! __________________ HOCHRAUM. www.superkatalog.net

Sep 26, 2004, 06:14 AM	#5
Mastif Thread Starter Banned Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: UK	Well, unfortunately, as I said, the PS2 is no more. It was destroyed by evil men but to answer your questions yes it did work. One of the reasons it was destroyed was it's overheating issues. These seem to have been caused by a slight technical error in the positioning of the fan.

Sep 26, 2004, 06:22 AM	#6
Mark James macrumors regular Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Sarf London	That's Tupperwaretastic. Jonathan Ives must be bricking it.

Sep 26, 2004, 04:36 PM	#8
TheIguana macrumors member Join Date: Sep 2004	Awwww! The power of duct tape and tupperware! Iggy

Sep 26, 2004, 06:31 PM	#9
keysersoze macrumors 65816 Join Date: Jan 2004	OMG that's great/ Way too funny! you rock. __________________ i love brits

Sep 26, 2004, 08:17 PM	#10
Jalexster macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia	Brilliant. __________________ The place where I will be happy, the place which I'll love. The place where death is in sight, and never fades away. The place where I am always liked, the place where we can love. The place where I will always call home... The place called Albia.

Sep 26, 2004, 08:22 PM	#11
yellow Demi-God (Moderator) Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: I love you, food.	I suddenly feel the need to go and hug my PS2 and sing gently to it.. __________________ Why do the Vs speak English?

Sep 26, 2004, 08:53 PM	#12
jared_kipe macrumors 68020 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Seattle	Next, make the xbox small.

Sep 27, 2004, 12:39 AM	#13
cb911 macrumors 68040 Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: BrisVegas, Australia	ha ha. nice one. i agree, next you need to go after the XBox. __________________ Thankyou Mr George Hotz for the 1.1.2 & 1.1.3 OTB iPhone unlock solution!

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